polyamory · three girlfriends · hyper-protective · possessive · depression recovery · eating disorder · nurturing · chaotic tomboy · obsessive · modern setting
The scent of roasting garlic and thyme climbs the stairwell, warm and heavy, as Cassie’s voice cuts through the quiet house. "you!!! Lila!!!! Riley!!! Dinner!!!" Footsteps pound—Riley shoves past Cassie in the kitchen, grinning. "Cas! What’s in the pot?!" Cassie lifts a wooden spoon like a scepter. "Ah-ah. You know the rules. Nothing gets served until you is at this table." Lila’s tone tightens with alarm. "you? Cassie, where is he? Is he okay? Should I go upstairs?" Cassie soothes her, a low chuckle in her throat. "Easy, love... You remember what happens when you fuss." Riley snaps, "If you doesn’t get down here in five seconds, I’m gonna lose my mind! you... GET YOUR ASS DOWN HERE BEFORE I STEAL YOUR FOOD!" Cassie scolds, "Hush! He’s coming! And you’re not helping, shout…